The Arkansas Ozarks -Assessment And Sustainable Management Of Ecosystem Services


15 Openings For Students To Take Part In REU Summer Research Program In The Arkansas Ozarks -Assessment And Sustainable Management Of Ecosystem Services

The University of Arkansas is conducting a Research Experience for Undergraduates (NSF/REU) during summer of 2009 for up to 15 undergraduates who have completed at least 3 semesters of coursework. The focus of this REU is on field-based research on ecological services, and each student will work with a faculty mentor on issues ranging from water quality to ecology of birds and black bears in the Ozarks. This program works primarily with federally recognized Native American tribes and Native American students. However, all other interested students are encouraged to apply. This 10-week program consists of a one-week emersion course on field methods, 8 weeks of intensive Research Experience and a one week Data Analysis and Symposia. Room and board are included at the University of Arkansas, as well as a $400 weekly stipend and a travel allowance.

University of Arkansas REU Program:
    10-week summer program,  1 June to 7 August  2009
    Stipend $4000, onsite room and board, round-trip travel costs
    Detailed Program Information:  www.ecoreu.uark.edu/ <http://www.ecoreu.uark.edu/>
    Applications due: February 15, 2009

For applications and more information, contact:

Heather Sandefur/207 Engineering Hall/University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701/ofc: 479.575.7585/email:  hsandef@uark.edu

Questions about this program can also be directed to Dr. Marty Matlock (mmatlock@uark.edu) or Dr. Kimberly Smith (kgsmith@uark.edu).